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Homemade Mac N Cheese
By ruhroh
1) Cook macaroni according to the package directions
- 8 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cups milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1 pinch paprika
Sweet and Spicy Citrus Tilapia
By ruhroh
This is a very versatile marinade
- 4 (6-ounce) tilapia or other light fillets
- Cooking spray
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice (about 1 orange)
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons lower-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Margherita Pizza
By ruhroh
“A light pizza with olive oil, garlic, fresh basil, fresh tomatoes, mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses
- 12 inches thin pizza crust ( I use Boboli 12-inch thin crust)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 3 -4 large basil leaves, cut into strips
- 2 small tomatoes, cut thinly
- 4 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
- salt and pepper, to taste
Cajun Mac and Cheese
By ruhroh
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil
- Kosher salt
- 12 ounces wagon-wheel pasta
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 6 ounces andouille sausage, diced
- 2 bunches scallions, thinly sliced
- 1 bell pepper (red or green), chopped
- 1 tablespoon Cajun spice blend
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes
Homemade Croutons
By ruhroh
Preheat over to 300 degrees
- 6 slices regular, gluten-free, or low-carb bread (fresh or day old), crusts trimmed and cubed
- 3 tablespoons melted butter or olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder and a pinch of salt OR 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
Pork Chops with Carolina Rub
By ruhroh
Punch up the flavor of grilled pork chops with an easy spice rub
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 (4-ounce) center-cut pork loin chops
- Cooking spray
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
Vegetable Frittatas
By ruhroh
Make this ahead of time and then refrigerate for a quick, protein-packed breakfast that's also portion-controlled
- 5 eggs
- 2 Tbsp low-fat milk
- 1 cup diced tomato
- 2 oz. goat cheese, crumbled
- 2 cups chopped broccoli, fresh (or frozen and thawed)
- salt and pepper to taste
Spinach Frittata
By ruhroh
1) Preheat oven to 400°F
- 1 lb spinach leaves (about 2 bunches), cleaned, chopped
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
- 1 large clove garlic, minced
- 9 large eggs
- 2 Tbsp milk
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Sun-dried tomatoes, about 2 Tbsp chopped
- Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
- 3 oz goat cheese
Crustless Spinach, Onion and Feta Quiche
By ruhroh
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- 1 medium onion, diced
- 6-oz fresh baby spinach
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup egg beaters (liquid substitute)
- 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- pinch cayenne pepper
- 1 1/3 cups non fat milk
- 1/2 cup feta cheese
Beer Can Chicken
By ruhroh
1. Remove the neck and giblets, and rinse the chicken inside and out if desired; pat it dry with paper towels
- 1 whole roasting chicken, 4 to 5 pounds
- Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons dry spice rub, divided, or
- Classic Barbecue Rub